It’s not easy knowing where to start! But I’m going to make it a little easier. My favorite products and supplies in one easy spot. The perfect starter kit with what I use on a regular basis plus equipment you’ll invest in for many projects. Links listed with each item below.
PLUS, the holidays are coming! Here’s the perfect GIFT GUIDE for the person who loves to paint (that would be YOU or maybe even a friend)! Share this page with your significant other, family, friends, or kids and make sure you get something you’ll actually use and LOVE for the whole year!
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Art Apron
Microfiber polyester blend canvas. Soft, durable, and
stain resistant. Protects clothing from splatters and spills. Adjustable waist ties and snap fastener on neck strap. Measures 30″ in length. 3 pockets for keeping what you need within reach. Under $20.

Brush Set
Collection of 1.5-2.5″ angled and flat paint brushes with moderate stiffness and no shedding. Easy to clean gray plastic handles. Holds paint well with professional results. Under $15.

Storage Tote
Large capacity gray canvas tote with foldable carddboard in bottom. Has 8 exterior pockets. Sized 5.7×9.4×7.9 inches. Durable polyester material with reinforced handles. Folds to store. Under $30.

Screwdriver Set by AmazonBasics
Screwdrivers
Made with corrosion -resistant, chrome-vanadium steel, strong magnetism keeps tips in place. Non-slip easy grip handle for comfortable usability. 12 sizes with easy reference printed on handles. Pink design prevents others “borrowing.” Under $25.

Orbital Sander
5-inch Random Orbit Sander, Model BO5030K. Delivers fast, smooth performance with better grip and control. Ideal for wood workers and finish carpenters. Controlled pad speed upon start-up, with a powerful 3 AMP motor for continuous operation. Under $100.

Sanding Discs
This 15-piece, 5-inch sanding disc variety set includes each grit size sandpaper in 60/80/100/120/150/180/240/320/400/600. Under $30.

Here are more items for a great STARTER KIT for you.

Fine Mist Sprayer – leveling
paint finish

DAP wood filler – fixing knicks
and holes

Gorilla Glue Spray – stencil
placement and decoupage

Paint Sticks – stirring topcoats &
applying raised stenciling medium

General Finishes Topcoat –
topcoat with matte finish

DAP walnut wood filler – good consistency for raised stenciling

Blue Painter’s Tape –
professional edges

Sanding blocks –
60 to 220 grit

Antique Walnut –
my favorite gel stain

Sanding Masks (simple) –
reusable masks to block sawdust
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